This silk haori is a sophisticated example of the iki aesthetic, where a somber, understated exterior serves as a subtle frame for a hidden world of vibrant color. The outer garment is crafted from a deep black silk with a lustrous rinzu (damask) weave, creating a tonal architectural field of woven motifs.
The exterior dark rinzu patterning features large-scale, woven silhouettes of auspicious blossoms and swirling clouds that emerge only as light passes over the fabric's surface. This quiet elegance is sharply contrasted by a bold, saturated magenta-pink interior lining. The lining is further adorned with large-scale, high-contrast white floral medallions and golden-yellow decorative tassels, creating a dramatic visual surprise when the jacket moves.
It measures 50 inches (127 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and stands at 31 inches (79 cm) tall.